Fuel queue gridlock: LASTMA deploys operatives

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority  says it has deployed its operatives  across the state to tackle traffic gridlock caused by fuel queues.

The agency made this known on Sunday in  a statement signed by its Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, Adebayo Taofiq.

The statement said: “Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has issued a warning to motorists who are queuing for fuel at various filling stations leading to severe traffic congestion for other road users.

“The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, gave this warning today as he deployed additional officers to monitor traffic around fuel stations across the State.

“Mr. Bakare-Oki explained that this increased deployment is necessary due to reports of long queues at filling stations caused by motorists who park indiscriminately, blocking roads as they wait to purchase fuel.”

The statement further said  Bakare-Oki  “reiterated that effective traffic management is essential for achieving a seamless multi-modal transportation system in Lagos.

“Mr. Bakare-Oki also called for full cooperation from the public to ensure that the ‘T.h.e.m.e.s +’ agenda of the current administration results in positive socio-economic development and enhanced security of lives and property.

“He further urged the public, particularly motorists, to make use of LASTMA’s newly inaugurated toll-free call centre at 080000527862 for complaints, comments, and commendations.”